Hi Guys,
I'm glad that this subject has been raised. I am working towards a professional flying career but havent got as far as the MCC course yet!
I was always worried about that aspect of the job - is it generally accepted for non-augmented crews to do the power nap thing (so long as one person stays awake)? Do airlines acknowledge that this may, at times, be necessary? I read the CAA document and it seems that they accept this practice under certain circumstances...
I just imagine a 3am start going from Manchester to calcutta or some other far flung destination - how does one stay awake through the monotony of the cruise?
I work 24 hour shifts in my current job (yes, I know it is against EWTD - we're working on that!), and I know how debilitating fatigue can be....
Thanks guys!
P.S. before some pundit says "if you dont like long hours, dont do the job" - I know about the long hours etc - but I like flying!!!!